Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

San Diego

A statue of a soldier in front of a building with arches and a tiled entrance.
A white building with a dome and arches, surrounded by greenery.
A white building with a red-tiled roof, white arches, and a dome.
A historic building with a clock tower, arched windows, and a statue on the steps.
A market with a sign reading "Vis Town Market" and various stalls selling goods.

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Things to do


Top hotels in Old Town San Diego

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area

3 out of 5
4200 Taylor St San Diego CA
The price is £142 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£142
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,475 reviews)
"I love staying at the Hilton this is my first time staying here .I love it ill be back soon specially customer service Diego she was great helping me with my needs .my fight came early i was tired just wanted to rest and let me check in early I got to shower rest and attend my meeting. Thank you ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Hilton Garden Inn San Diego Old Town/SeaWorld Area
Wyndham San Diego Bayside

Wyndham San Diego Bayside

4 out of 5
1355 N Harbor Drive San Diego CA
The price is £167 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
£167
1 Jul - 2 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in ...
8.4/10 Very good! (6,219 reviews)
"The hotel is clean, but very old and run down. No updates since the 90s it looks like. The stay was nice because its close to everything, however, it would be nice if they put some love into the old building. I'd give this a 2 star rating and only for location."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Wyndham San Diego Bayside
Paradise Point Resort & Spa

Paradise Point Resort & Spa

4 out of 5
1404 Vacation Rd San Diego CA
The price is £296 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£296
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 5 outdoor pools and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,688 reviews)
"Cute property if you just want to stay there the whole trip and have kids"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Paradise Point Resort & Spa
Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego

4 out of 5
207 5th Ave San Diego CA
The price is £187 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
£187
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a nightclub. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient parking in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,920 reviews)
"Room was clean but dated"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Hard Rock Hotel San Diego
California Suites Hotel

California Suites Hotel

2 out of 5
5415 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego CA
The price is £86 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
£86
16 Jul - 17 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,682 reviews)
"Checked out within a hour"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

California Suites Hotel
Bay Club Hotel & Marina

Bay Club Hotel & Marina

3.5 out of 5
2131 Shelter Island Dr San Diego CA
The price is £173 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
£173
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a marina and a health club. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (3,704 reviews)
"Friendly staff"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026

Bay Club Hotel & Marina
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Where to stay in Old Town San Diego

Find the best Old Town San Diego areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown San Diego

Known for its fantastic nightlife, fascinating museums and beautiful waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Downtown San Diego. Top attractions like Petco Park and Port of San Diego are major draws. Catch the metro at Civic Center Station or Civic Center Station to see more of the city.

Pacific Beach

The stunning beaches and fantastic nightlife are just a few highlights of Pacific Beach. Make a stop by Mission Bay or Pacific Beach while you're exploring the area.

Mission Beach

If you're spending some time in Mission Beach, Mission Beach and Mission Bay are top sights worth seeing.

Gaslamp Quarter

Cosy bars interesting history and top sights from Gaslamp Museum at the Davis-Horton House to Spreckels Theater – discover Gaslamp Quarter, a destination also famous for its shopping.

Ocean Beach

Ocean Beach is beloved for its stunning beaches. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Ocean Beach and Dog Beach.



Old Town San Diego Travel Guide

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